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John Latham
Estimate
8,000 - 12,000 GBP
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Description
- John Latham
- Situation Perilleuse
- found objects, plaster, oil, fabric, canvas and jute on board
- 47.5 by 43 by 21cm.; 18¾ by 17 by 8¼in.
- Executed in 1959.
Provenance
Lisson Gallery, London, where acquired by the present owner in 1987
Condition
The construction appears sound and all the elements appear securely attached. There are signs of loss, rubbing, discolouration, staining and wear to the found elements, which appear consistent with the Artist's materials. There is some fraying and lifting to the fabrics in places. There are some areas of loss to the plaster and oil in places. There is some surface dirt and studio detritus to the work. Subject to the above, the work appears to be in good overall condition.
Ultraviolet light reveals pigments and areas of florescence in keeping with the artist's materials.
The work is unframed.
Please telephone the department on +44 (0) 207 293 6424 if you have any questions regarding the present work.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."